Review: Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs

Peterson gas logs are renowned for their meticulous detail and amazing designs. These gas logs are hand crafted and hand painted, which brings out unbeatable quality. Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs are nicely crafted to bring out the logs’ shades and details, like knot holes, textured bark and burned-through centers. Each of these elements are aimed at creating a lifelike, smoldering campfire effect.

Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch

9

Features

9/10

Design

9/10

Efficiency

10/10

Durability

9/10

Value for money

9/10

Pros

Made of superior refractory ceramics

Adopts a realistic and authentic design

Burns clean with high efficiency

Falls in the low cost tire of logs

Amazing heat output of up to 75,000 BTUs

Cons

The Secret Behind The Logs Great Appeal

Peterson Real Fyre has warmed many people’s homes and hearts for decades. Their popularity can be attributed to the first-class attention to cosmetic details. The idea of bringing out the simulated knots and exposed sapwood in the designs makes the log set the ideal replacement for traditional logs and fireplaces. The set also features beautiful flames that engulf the front and the top of the logs. This creates the amazingly realistic fireplace experience that everyone looks forward to when getting the logs.

Product Specifications

Product dimensions: 22 x 16 x 8 inches

Weight: 45 pounds

Log size: 18 inches

Vent type: vented

Lighting method: Manual safety pilot light

Burner output: 40,000-75,000BTUs

Warranty: 5 years

Features

The Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs set is designed to include the most innovative burning and safety technologies. One of the remarkable technologies is the use of superior refractory ceramics. The ceramics are reinforced with steel, giving the logs a long operational lifespan.

The presence of a vent is another great feature of this appliance. This makes it possible to operate the unit inside a real fireplace. If you were using the conventional fireplace, this unit can be fitted in it without many adjustments. These logs are known to be good at simulating a real roaring wood burning fire. They are thus best installed in a real wood burning fireplace. The vent allows the logs to burn with a yellow flame and also dance and wrap itself around the logs, creating a realistic look. However, the vent does include some drawbacks. Being vented, this set is not effective in generating maximum heat. This is because a lot of heat is lost through the chimney. The chimney may also bring in unbalanced airflow, resulting in the production of poisonous gases.

Design

Peterson Real Fyre adopts a design that makes it resemble a traditional fireplace. This appliance is fitted with high definition bark and the logs are hand-painted in natural colors. All the logs included in the unit have an unfinished bottom or back.

Whether blazing or not, the Peterson Real Fyre will be the focus of any home. This is because it’s designed to bring out authenticity and realism especially with painted highlights that match nature’s variety and beauty. The gas logs are cleaner than wood burning fireplaces, thus reducing air pollution.

The Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs do not come with fitted burners. However, they can be fitted with burners after purchasing. Peterson offers advanced burner systems that can be used with the logs. The system creates beautiful dancing flames while giving maximum glowing effect and radiant heat into the house. You can also decide to run the appliance without the burner. However, this increases the chances of soot collecting on the logs. It also becomes a challenge to align the logs so that the flames will not only be seen behind the logs.

Efficiency

Gas logs are known to be a clean source of heat. This is one of the reasons why they have high efficiency. This vented unit has an incredible 99.9% efficiency rating. However, this rating can go down to 90%, especially if the ventilation is not done properly. The chimney brings in draft which affects how the flame runs, and the lack of draft, too, brings some changes in the flame. You therefore need to strike the right balance to achieve the desired rating.

Durability

The outstanding craftsmanship makes the Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs very durable. These logs are made of superior refractory ceramic. This is a material that makes them quite strong. Furthermore, the logs are reinforced with steel rods. This makes the logs defect free for a period of five years. This, however, is only guaranteed for the ceramic logs. The controls, ODS pilots and valves would need to be checked and replaced after one year. You may also need to replace the logs after five years. When using the logs without a burner, soot will form on the surface, making the logs lose their artistic finish.

Value For Money

The logs that retail in the range of $120 and $180 are a worthy investment. These logs are relatively cheap, not only in their purchase, but also in installation. When it comes to their operation, the costs are also low, yet they can produce between 40,000 and 75,000BTUs. This is not to mention that the maintenance costs are also low. Though the logs are vented, the smoke and soot produced cannot compare with wood burning fireplaces. The chimney would only need to be cleaned by a professional once a year. The only costs you can expect to be recurrent are those meant to cater for small accessories, such as valves and pilots. You need to ensure that you have the right quality to avoid heading to the stores every now and then.

Our Verdict On Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs

90

The Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs will grace your home with pleasing aesthetics, unbeatable quality and incomparable individuality. These are logs that will serve as a clean source of heat to keep your home cozy and comfy even in the extreme winter seasons. The logs have the capacity to give out a lot of heat (40,000-75,000 BTUs) and this makes them a great fit for average homes. It includes unique features such as the certified valve and regulator, burner clips and damper clamp, vermiculate and log locators. These great features have earned the logs a 9.0 rating in our Peterson Real Fyre 18 Inch Post Oak Gas Logs review. The logs are a convenient and easy way to give the conventional fireplace a complete overhaul.